How to Install Window Casing and Interior Trim

On the NSB Newton job, we see first hand how Tom Casey Lead Carpenter at NS Builders builds his window casings. We also observe his approach to trimming a window. This is not a standard how to but an opportunity to see a real project in motion.
***We know the center piece is missing. On the day of filming the center board was not ready to be installed. Thank you for noticing!
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[@NSBuilders]

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[@Coolguy-fz5re]

How much would it generally cost to case 16 windows, and how long would it take for a good carpenter to do that many windows?

[@vdittycc]

@@Coolguy-fz5re I don’t know the price because people will charge different rates but a good trim guy can do all in one day unless the windows are way up high.. you will be shocked if you get a bunch of estimates some will be triple

[@steveallen456]

I'm a 63 year old trim carpenter and didn't think anybody put out this nice of work anymore. You have my respect for how nice you did that, especially with the gluing and screwing everything AND using the biscuits on the header. Absolute kudos to you young man, you have my complete respect.

[@BigBADSTUFF69]

agreed this is very good finish carpentry, I'm on here figuring out how to fix some REALLY BAD finish carpentry that the previous owners did on my house, they didn't even make jambs they literally just covered the gaps with mylar and painted over it...

[@als1023]

Same

[@moodybabe9]

Gorgeous work!

[@gregnixon5770]

It's not that there aren't guys who can't do that level of work these days, it's just most people accept a lower standard because of labor costs

[@michaelprimeau4900]

I agree with previous comments....but it is also Contractors adding too much profit % on top of labor and materials per job.

[@ralph5450]

The house could fall down but the window trims will still be standing. Great job.

[@michaelsites1498]

Not too many craftsman doing this level of work these days.... Great job and a really great video as well

[@trshuster]

Give that man a raise and his own channel! Beautiful craftsmanship, a real joy to watch. Keep them coming. Thanks.

[@NSBuilders]

trshuster Tom crushes the video! And install.

[@Liberty-Grunt]

Without question! Watching this video almost compelled to throw away all of my tools and just hire someone to do my work. The problem is finding peeps like this with the kind of skills he put on display!

[@MegaFunnyman86]

@@Liberty-Grunt any carpenter would be able to do this it's standard work,

[@CuritaMisfits]

@@MegaFunnyman86 that is downplaying the amount of effort it takes to do this kind of work, and no... not every carpenter out there takes the time to do things this detailed work, like clamping the mitered corners to prevent them from opening in the future? I've seen plenty of carpenters simply glue and nail and walk away.

[@MegaFunnyman86]

@@CuritaMisfits when making a video to show off their work on KZbin they would

[@ryanspence7239]

I got to admit this is one of the few videos that actually intimidates me... probably because I don't do enough of this and there aren't enough quality guys like this out there

[@godbluffvdgg]

If you're a remodeling contractor, or worker, on the east coast; you'll do this job so many times, on so many doors and windows, it becomes easy...It's not Rocket Appliances! :)...

[@OCT566]

That’s why you serve a apprenticeship. Go union

[@libertineinthemini]

I'm a carpenter and do this stuff all day and I'm watching videos of it when I come home 😂 Great work. 👍

[@brandonhatten3075]

Same

[@kennethsimpson4246]

Same lol

[@whitechris720]

Same lol

[@marks9949]

same. But we're the guys who try to do things right- which is why we're always trying to learn new and better ways of doing things. cheers to you guys.

[@scotland2256]

same lol

[@franka5416]

That's some great work. I just wish we could've seen just a few seconds more with the entire casing complete. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelr2526]

A Master at 25 years old! So good to see young craftsman that truly take pride in their work. I was worried these skills were fading in today's society. NS Builders...please build my next home. In Missouri.

[@josecalmo4356]

I’ve been doing craftsmanship for over 71 1/2 .3 years and never seen someone do it this great keep it up

[@tubeu28]

"Hello from The Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesota. My fascination with all things Swiss, craftsmanship and quality led me to you guys. Your tour of the Swiss school was the best, i had no idea but somehow not surprised. Watch making translated to building makes the German approach slack. I then enjoyed your lead carpenter trim out a window on the Newton project. At what point does Tom Casey become a master? Ha ha, like Norm you know who!." Thanks for your expertise David J

[@kevin7151]

Superb craftmanship and great eye of detail. I like that oversized trim was used. It makes the end result far more impressive. Thanks for putting this together.

[@mrlibowski493]

This man is a true Craftsman, so rare

[@ashleyfaulk924]

I don't know why or how I am here, but I could watch him build things all day

[@Tony-hr4bl]

This guys is the real deal. Outstanding work, thanks for sharing a fantastic video of your craftmanship

[@madisonnanda5246]

Excellent video What a professional look. I am upgrading 16 windows from my old house. You just gave me all the info I needed to do this project.

[@suzanneschristie]

Beautiful craftsmanship. This video was such a pleasure to watch! Thank you for sharing.

[@89Ayten]

Very well done! How a trim piece is terminated is one of those little tells that indicates a carpenter as someone you'd want to call back for more work.

[@Ninjump]

Thank you guys for sharing your craftsmanship. Keep raising the standard -C

[@mrprecious1234]

Super video. Finish carpentry is the top of food chain in woodworking. The time and effort required to be able to enhance the home is what helps to sell the home. Thanks for sharing. It's fantastic and it took you a long time and effort to learn. You, sir, are a true professional. Thx again.

[@Josh_2019]

Tom is very talented. Would like to see more of him on upcoming videos. Thanks for the channel.

[@stephendunn4248]

Is this Tom Casey???? I grew up with him 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@williamhensley9438]

Hard to find someone who takes that much pride in there work. Amazing job

[@andrewclum8419]

Great to see a clip with one of your guys going in depth on his craftsmanship. Love this and all your videos!

[@NSBuilders]

Andrew Clum so cool to see the other guys grab the reigns

[@hoosierinthewoods]

You should be very proud of the work you do.. Trim work is fantastic.

[@emerymidyette4445]

This guy is a real master carpenter at a young age. Would love to see this video captured again by someone with a little more video camera experience. There were times when it was shaky or jerky and should not have been. And at times the camera angle could have been improved for an overall better-quality video, but thanks for sharing - not everyone is a professional videographer and it takes time and experience to become one. Exceptional quality work by the carpenter Tom Casey.

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

You sir, are a true craftsman. Nice work.

[@suzanneschristie]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Great video on exactly how to do this beautifully. Subscribed!

[@south_coast]

I know this video is a couple years old, but wanted to thank you for it anyway. Lots of good info here. May prove to be useful for my upcoming house build! Cheers guys!

[@donaldraya]

One of my fears ,but this is absolutely one of the purest workmanship I have ever seen

[@areabum]

Keeping craft alive. I see so much shoddy work out there, it makes me glad to see good finish carpentry. (Never thought of a caribeaner for the spring clamps, great idea)

[@NSBuilders]

Sergey Pober really good storage solution. I remember my days with the bags on I’d have the clamps piled in a pocket. Far less efficient.

[@adamcturnbull]

Oh yeah , was wondering what those were. Brilliant.

[@michelrea2403]

Bravo and well done. Loved the video. Nothing beats a pro at his job. 👊

[@steveforbes8287]

Absolutely amazing workmanship! Wonderful attention to details. Plenty of tips and tricks of which I would never have thought. This fellow is a true craftsman!

[@CEDARMULCH642]

Now that's a man that knows how to do trim. Love his work. 2 thumbs up!!

[@boostedsc]

I cant believe how much effort was put into that. Very professional. Looks great.

[@timsmith7874]

exceptional talent and attention to detail! NS builders make sure you pay this man I have come across so many that claim to be craftsmen but couldn't shine his shoes. I would love to see how he would handle trimming a window where the walls aren't straight and the jamb extensions need to be scribed

[@NSBuilders]

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[@michaelsantiago4118]

So satisfying to watch a craftsman do his thing...Big Props.

[@ginofurio8108]

I enjoy finding ways to do things better and this is great. Much appreciated !

[@macminn18]

This video is so helpful! Just getting ready to tackle the trim in our house. Great video, thank you for sharing your talent

[@jimmoses6617]

It is so wonderful to see a young man do such fine work. Well done sir!

[@byerh]

Thank you! Well done, I learned quite a bit from this video.

[@masterdaveedwards]

Nice work young fella, thanks for teaching us old guys some new tricks

[@blackcrudup]

The precision here is crazy! Nice work.

[@bryanmoore9257]

This guy is a pro. I've been doing trim a long time and this guy crushed it

[@Winteryears]

Good work, brother. Not production work, but craftsmanship that some carpenter will admire in forty years when there's a reno. Craftsmanship take time, time is money, but craftsmanship is also beauty and satisfaction.

[@stephenobrien2408]

absolute PROFESSIONAL! Wow! Unbelievable work by this guy.

[@lavonnecmurphy]

Beautiful! You make it look like artwork. Thank you. So very nice.

[@joshedwards5931]

I really enjoy your videos lots of knowledge. Great job

[@annkelly7916]

This guy is amazing, such beautiful work!

[@T.E.P.]

holy guacamole this dude kicks ass .... what a PRO. great content dudes!

[@johnmurphy9688]

Great craftsmanship. You just got another sub. Love the biscuits holding it tight for another 50/100 years. Kudos 👍👍🇺🇲🇮🇪

[@WADYNASTY77]

Great craftsmanship had to subscribe! thank you guys for sharing.

[@salvinni3434]

Indeed perfectionist. Bravo. Did notice you were nailing across the grain. No no on stained finishes.

[@anthonygasparini1734]

Craftsmanship! I love the spring clamps he used on the mitered returns!

[@Tonykayemusic]

Ya that was super cool. Weird carpenter dentistry or something. Lol

[@PimpDaddyDisco]

I've done rough carpentry but just started working with a high end contractor. I'm expected to trim out the new windows we installed on Friday, on Monday. Thanks for this lol

[@angiejefferys5779]

Oh my gosh that's gorgeous do another video, please be more detail on the construction aspect. I want!!! Leah said , I CAN DO IT!!!

[@hochbob]

Casing done right! Thanks for posting.

[@scottmagee9709]

Very nice bro. Been doing this for years, but learn something everytime. Thx!

[@codytaggart1251]

WOW!! amazing work. wish i could work for him for a year! wish i would have seen this a flong time ago

[@michaelzapata9337]

Great work. Joy to watch. Inspiring

[@JamesofJesus]

Shocked. I'll be watching this a few times on the tv.. Gotta get some other tools as well.. Bless this dude

[@perwayconstructionservices4545]

Great to see quality workmanship - Keep up the super work

[@maheshtamrakar7572]

Wow wow!!! That’s freakishly awesome!!! Thank you for sharing your technique and knowledge!!!

[@walterlee1345]

Great work! I love the process and end result!

[@KineticSense_byVictoria]

What a beautiful art! I can't hope to get mine as accurate

[@MegaTyde]

Why did 299 people dislike this video? I found this video to be very insightful and the man was full of knowledge. It's nice seeing the passion for work as opposed to worrying about what time it is - like some contractors. I wish he did my original windows so I wouldn't have to watch videos on how to fix the first contractor F Up. Thanks for the FREE information on a proper window installation.

[@user-lt4en7pd4m]

Those 299 dislikes are all general contractors 😂

[@Kihsiimawa]

Definitely saving this for my spring project of trimming my windows for a nicer look! ❤

[@johnnyrotten54]

Wow, Amazing work, Total Perfection.Tom Casey is the Tom Brady of Carpentry,

[@RandySRT]

Wow. This is some high caliber work. Top notch.

[@SuperMacygray]

Honey, you are a thing of beauty!!! Oh not just talking about the gorgeous tattoos, watching to get an idea of how it's done, no way could come close, already have the drapes that will cover my crappy attempt, my biggest problem is the terms, all in all, a great video. Thanks for taking the time.

[@danjones442]

Great craftsmanship micropinner works wonderfully on those returns!

[@user-ri3kx9xt4r]

wow.. very very detail and so much work to do....!!!!! amazing job

[@tuckercase2449]

This looks like excellent, keenly performed work and I say that from the comfort of my straw house.

[@rsharpe1985]

Can’t say that I have ever seen anyone use adhesive on the backside of casing. may be a little overkill but I can appreciate it man. strive to do the best job you can possibly do. great job!!

[@rmd35501]

Very meticulous. Great video. Trim installation very strong with the added glue, screws and biscuits. Not many carpenters go to that level of detail.

[@AtlHunter]

Nice to see a REAL pro in action... thank you.

[@yjohn5290]

That was a great install and tutorial. Very nice. 💯

[@AF-O6]

Where do you find such craftsman? In every video you have people who are putting extreme care and precision in everything they do.

[@vividcolorsllc5739]

If I was the painter contractor I'll be glad to do it. Amazing work.

[@zaffaz]

Que maravilha! É uma aula de como fazer uma guarnição de inquestionável qualidade e beleza. Saudações e bênçãos. 👏 🙏

[@daleon96]

Nice to see people take pride in their work

[@danfotea5921]

Superb !!! I am a mechanic but I really enjoyed your presentation!

[@billyflanagan3329]

Wow I wish I could have you do my work. Its so hard today to find good quality workers who take pride in their work.

[@haseebahmed6278]

The best one so far here on KZbin!

[@elainepatterson9905]

Oh my gosh. Such beautiful finish carpentry. ❤

[@johnames6430]

this type of craftsmanship only exists on youtube and passionate DIY'ers

[@lawrencecoore2021]

Dyamm that is true talent right there man thx for sharing

[@sundance6252]

Outstanding work!

[@rantano1]

I love that hammer, is very handy for cabinet making or installation/less marring.

[@johnterpack3940]

All the windows in our home are "trimmed" by simply wrapping the drywall and textured paint around the corner and up to the sash. It makes the house feel like it was built with Lego. I can't wait to start putting on real trim like this and give the house the style it deserves.

[@RetiredArmyCW4-F]

WTF? This guy is amazing. I love that there are still craftsmen like him in the world. I had zero idea what he was saying but that is the point (in my mind).....LOL ... great video

[@olhesty2196]

Man, that is excellent work! Titebond with screws, those joints will never split or shift and crack the paint.

[@kriscoker4149]

Awesome job! U dont see someone taking their time and doing it right anymore

[@user-od7qh8wx7q]

That's real Art my friend , good Job

[@juliestelzriede1934]

Love me some perfectionism. Beautiful job!

[@jasonward759]

Watching these guys i have to step my game 🆙

[@jasonvelez7317]

Impressive!!! Awesome job!

[@TheSeriesofTubes]

looks great. still waiting for that center fascia board, but it looks great.

[@asmamidhat9142]

Great results, awesome craftsmanship, thank you for sharing, just subed.

[@tinkytinkz]

My favorite window trim video out there! What happens in the space between the two windows? Wood? Drywall? Paint?